Specification

The Osprey is a fast racing boat with symmetric spinnaker and single trapeze

Metric

Imperial

Overall Length

5.35 m

17ft 6ins

Overall Beam

1.75 m

5ft 9ins

Minimum weight

134 kgs

295 lbs

Crew for racing

2 or 3

Trapeze

1

Main sail

9.29 sq m

100 sq ft

Genoa

4.64 sq m

50 sq ft

Spinnaker

17.2 sq m

185 sq ft

Suggested Crew Weight

130-210kg

Mast

Aluminium or Carbon Fibre

Boom

Aluminium or Carbon Fibre

Spinnaker pole

Aluminium or Carbon Fibre

RYA PN

941

Designer

Ian Proctor

Year designed

1952

The Osprey was originally built in wood but is available in GRP (glass-fibre reinforced plastic as well) since the mid-1960's. There are also a few composite versions around with GRP hull and wooden decks.

took over production in 2005, introducing the GRP/ FRP Mark IV. In 2016 Hartley introduced the latest version, the Mark V, using epoxy for the first time.

More information on the class can be obtained from the Osprey Class Secretary, via email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or telephone 01835 870238.

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